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Jon Batson : Awaken the Dreamer
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"There are songwriters, and there are great songwriters, and Jon Batson fits into the second category. He has vocals that make you melt and lyrics that are heartfelt and touch the human soul" - gilli moon, International Recording Artist
Genre: Pop: Folky Pop
Release Date: 2002
Awaken the Dreamer Record Label: Midnight Whistler
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Preview Song Name Time Format Price Select
Awaken the Dreamer 3:28 $0.99
How the Mighty Have Fallen 3:18 $0.99
Human Emotion and Reaction 3:14 $0.99
The Only One Saving You Now 3:08 $0.99
Homesick 3:03 $0.99
Third Party Rag 2:57 $0.99
The Point of No Return 3:00 $0.99
He'd Just As Soon Play the Banjo 3:17 $0.99
My Friend Took Off Today 2:46 $0.99
The Meek Shall Inherit the Earth 3:22 $0.99
Heart As Big As Texas 3:44 $0.99
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Album Notes

"There are songwriters, and there are great songwriters, and Jon Batson fits into the second category. He has vocals that make you melt and lyrics that are heartfelt and touch the human soul" - gilli moon, International Recording Artist

ABOUT JON

"When you catch him on stage you will find a good mix of humor with simple stories in an easygoing Country style, stirred well with a bit of Folk, a little Pop, a dash of Blues, a pinch of Ragtime and a smattering of parody and social commentary." Victor Gutierrez, Promoter

Known for his witty ability to get a point across, Jon has entertained audiences with his songs in the US and Europe and China since the 60’s.

He has sung before the Kennedy family, performed at the prestigious Arts Club of Washington and was televised nation-wide from the National Cathedral. His musical travels have taken him to Spain, Portugal and China, where he performed before the Vice-Premier and did a special performance on the Great Wall itself.

Since moving back to North Carolina he has performed at a variety of venues including the acclaimed Night of Dreams in Raleigh, Festival for the Eno in Durham and the Carrboro Music Festival.

In addition to performing live he’s had five original stage musicals produced in Hollywood, CA and a string of album and CD releases. His first album is collectible in many countries; he is often called upon to serve as a panelist and judge at music conferences.

Jon wrote and recorded the official song for San Jacinto, California and his specialty material has appeared on such shows as The Tonight Show, Make Me Laugh, Midnight Special and Murder She Wrote. His inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who in America® is a testament to his work.

The wisdom imparted to him by Oscar Brown Jr., “To sing your own song and make it something people would enjoy”, are the words he lives by.

Jon's music is available on tape, CD and vinyl. His book, The Songwriter's Hook Book is available here at CD Baby. His mystery adventure novel, The Rands Conspiracy and other books and stories are available at Barnes and Noble, Borders and www.lulu.com/jonbatson.

Phone: 866.696.0587 em: info@JonBatson.com jonbatson.com

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REVIEWS

Awaken the Dreamer is great
author: Pam Blehert
Jon has a great voice and the music and lyrics are very professional. We are enjoying our copy of Awalen the Dreamer.
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Inspired and inspiring
author: Jack Via
This cd was a welcome breath of life as well as levity and, as well, creative use of some of L Ron Hubbard's facts that clarify social confusions - eg Third Party Rag. But the title song and the last song just blew me away. Jon's inspired and he infectiously renders the listener uplifted, rekindled and surging with creative spirit - just as if something dead inside came awake! PS The "masked and anonymous" backup musicians were beautiful!
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